July 1, 2004
Articles
The eyes have it Sensors "read" arc light
Tests show that minimizing arc strikes and keeping the helmet in place longer result in improved welder productivity and weld quality. Richard Harris,...
Pritchard receives industry safety achievement award
Carl Johnson, CGA President Representatives of the chemical, industrial, and fuel gases industries honored Edward W. Pritchard with the 2004 Industry...
Is U.S. manufacturing dying?
The movement of production work offshore has been politicized over the past several months as a terminal disease within Corporate America. And while it...
Don't lose sight of eye safety
Experts say following these steps nearly eliminates workplace eye injuries. Depending on the hazard, the proper eye protection may involve glasses, goggles,...
Are you "teaming" or "tangling" with your workforce?
Wally Brant, GAWDA President Mention the words "labor union" to a business owner and watch the blood drain from his face. To some, those two words conjure...
Customized welding cell exceeds expectations
Distributors can aid manufacturers in optimizing robotic-welding operations. Harlon Neumann and Darl Osborne, Genesis Systems Group, Edited by Richard...
Gas-buying criteria shapes sales strategies
Distributors should understand their target industries and the purchasing behavior of their buyers before tackling sales strategies. Boris M. Krantz,...
Remote robotic control boosts weld quality
Distributors can help customers boost weld quality via remote robotic control. Ed Hillen, The Lincoln Electric Co., edited by Richard Harris In a fabrication...
New Distributorship quickly gains customers
Startup's solutions-based approach and microbulk supply make for fast growth. Ron Lucas, managing editor (l to r) Bob Fine, vice president, and Bob Leaman,...
Robots go Hollywood
Today's welding robots take center stage on the manufacturing floor. Chris Anderson, Motoman Inc., edited by Patricia L. Smith Today's advanced robotic...
Preparing sales forces for the future
Distributors and their sales force must adapt to customers who increasingly rely on on-line self-service. Adam J. Fein, Ph.D, Pembroke Consulting Inc.,...
A stronger start yields a smoother finish
Tim Andrechek, Ferris Industries, Munnsville, N.Y. Ferris Industries, a Munnsville, N.Y., producer of landscaping equipment, found that a return to welding...
